Your child's car seat may not be as secure as you thought

Your child's safety seat in your car may not be as secure as you thought. Nearly one million vehicles on U.S. roads have recalled child car seat L.A.T.C.H. connectors that haven't been repaired, according to a new report.

Your child's car seat may not be as secure as you thought
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One million cars are on U.S. roads with recalled child safety seat L.A.T.C.H. connectors that haven't been repaired, according to a CARFAX report.

AI is enabling some homebuyers to skip the realtor and save on commissions

Would you buy a home using Artificial Intelligence instead of a realtor if it saved you thousands of dollars? Some homebuyers have started doing just that.

Homebuyers using AI instead of agent
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Would you buy a home using artificial intelligence instead of a realtor if it saved you thousands of dollars? Some homebuyers have started doing just that using an AI-powered platform called Homa.

Houston winter storm: Keeping food safe to eat if you lose power
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If you lose power during the ice storm, food in the fridge and freezer can start going bad. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Dolores Woods, RD with UTHealth Houston about ways to keep food safe to eat.

What to know about flight changes, REAL ID
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Some airlines have already started canceling some flights ahead of the storm. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Julian Kheel with Points Path about what travelers need to know about flight changes, and the new TSA feel for those who don't have Real ID.

Houston winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list

Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.

Houston winter storm: Emergency shopping list on a budget
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Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming ice storm. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan made a list of supplies under $100 for a family of four.

Non-perishable foods, emergency essenitials on a budget
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Heather Sullivan shares non-perishable foods and other essentials you can buy on a budget to have in your emergency kit during the winter storm.

Luxury style, real-world budget: How AI is helping shoppers find dupes for less

Do you have dreams of buying expensive fashion, furniture, or housewares, but a smaller budget in reality? Many consumers are turning to "dupes" for less. Here's how companies are using AI to help shoppers.

How AI is helping shoppers find dupes for less
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Do you have dreams of buying expensive fashion, furniture, or housewares, but a smaller budget in reality? Many consumers are turning to "dupes" for less.

Tackling debt | Sullivan's Smart Sense
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How to tackle debt: Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with Sheri Williams with non-profit credit counseling agency Money Management International about strategies to get out of debt and avoid debt in the future.” https://www.moneymanagement.org/

National Flood Insurance Program set to expire
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Temporary funding for the National Flood Insurance Program runs out January 30 unless Congress votes to extend it. Meanwhile, Project 2025 has called for privatizing all flood insurance to cut government costs. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Matt Brannon with Insurify about his new report on how this could impact homeowners and flood insurance rates.

Keeping your A/C running safely
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Now that the cold temperatures are back, you may be turning your heater back on. Poorly maintained HVAC systems, especially furnaces and portable heaters, are a leading cause of winter home fires. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services about ways to keep your system running efficiently.

President Trump wants to cap credit card interest at 10%: the pros & cons for borrowers

The president's proposal could help consumers save billions of dollars and pay off debt faster. But financial experts say it could also make it harder for consumers with lower credit scores to get credit cards.

Pros & cons: Trump proposes 10% cap on credit car interest rates
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President Trump has proposed capping credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. FOX 26 consumer reporter Heather Sullivan breaks down the pros and cons of the proposal, according to financial experts.

Hyatt Hotels to pay $1.25M to settle lawsuit
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Hyatt Hotels will have to pay $1.25 million to settle a lawsuit over charging "junk fees." The AG accused Hyatt of hiding these fees in customer bills and violating Texas consumer protection laws. Heather Sullivan explains more.

BakerRipley utility assistance applications hit capacity, where to find help paying bills

BakerRipley's utility assistance applications recently hit capacity, but even if you weren't able to apply, here are other resources available to help with paying bills.